Emily St. Amant
Licensed Professional Counselor -
I am a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee. I work with teens (16+) and adults who are dealing with things like stress, difficult transitions and circumstances, traumatic events, grief, discrimination, and systemic marginalization. I specialize in working with people seeking recovery from religious abuse (including current and former faith leaders), toxic workplaces, abusive relationships, and those who are living with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, suicide risk, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Another specialty is working with people seeking recovery from substance use, and I also welcome clients who are active substance users. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds and strive to offer a safe, affirming space for the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, disabled individuals, and other marginalized groups. Being a military spouse myself, I am honored to work with active military members, their families, and veterans.I am a passionate advocate for “evidence-based treatment,” which means I use interventions and therapy practices that have been shown to be helpful by research- and not just those that are short-term and cognitive. The therapeutic relationship is the most important factor for positive change in therapy, and creating a safe and respectful space is my focus above all else. Because of my Humanistic and person-centered approach, I work to draw out the strengths of my clients and focus each session on their individual goals and needs. I believe no two people need the same approach, and there is no universal formula for creating positive change. Your path is your own. My job is to help you find your footing and support you on your unique journey.I’ve been in the mental health field since 2007. In addition to providing therapy, I have worked at a national level in mental health education and advocacy for my profession. I am a TN board-approved clinical supervisor for professional counselors seeking independent licensure.